There's no definite age a child can start ice skating, every child developes physical coordination differently, but usually a child can usually start learning the basics around 3 1/2 or 4 years old. The motor skills necessary for child to learn to skate are walking (It has to be normal walking not tippy toe walking), and a pretty good sense of balance. They also need to be able to be old enough to be engaged, mimic actions and follow basic instructions.